John A. MacNeil

May 31, 1941 - April 06, 2025

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Obituary for John A. MacNeil

John A. MacNeil, 83, of Pocasset, MA passed away April 6, 2025, with his family by his side.

Born and raised in Milton, MA to the late George A. and Thelma K. (Utermoehlen) MacNeil. Graduate of Northeastern University, John began his career at Kilroy Realty Corporation in Los Angeles in 1977 as the Sr. Vice President and immediately fell in love with Malibu, CA where he then lived a very fulfilling life for 40 years and raised their daughter, Amanda with his wife Lee. Shortly after Lee passed, John retired to Cape Cod, MA to the home he and Lee renovated, a historic Sea Captain’s home built in 1693 near the sea.

John was a non stop man, he enjoyed walking his dog Shilo, a life long sailer, real estate, the sea, doing yard work, Neil Diamond, continuing to work even while ‘retired’, antiques, traveling and an ice cold Heineken on the rare occasion.

Beloved husband of the late Lesle A. (Collins) MacNeil. Loving father of Amanda MacNeil of Venice, CA and Heather Kelly and her husband John Kelly of Hingham, MA. Grandfather of Ryan Murphy Kelly. John is also survived by his sister Mary Jane MacNeil of Rancho Cucamonga, CA. He was predeceased by his parents Geoge and Thelma and his siblings Richard, Paul, and Sally.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Saint John the Evangelist, 141 Shore Road at Barlows Landing, Pocasset, MA, Wednesday April 23rd at 10:00 AM. A private burial was held at Milton Cemetery, where he finally lays peacefully with his soulmate, Leslie.

Services

23 Apr

Memorial Mass

10:00 AM

Saint John the Evangelist 841 Shore Road at Barlows Landing Pocasset, MA 02559 Get Directions »
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  • April 12, 2025

    Jack Noble

    Amanda and Heather, Our deepest regrets over the loss of your dad. We were in contact with him over the past few months while in Florida and were heading to Amelia Island when we lost contact and a neighbor informed us of his death. Just so sorry as we enjoyed John over the years and our frequent get together for diner.

  • April 12, 2025

    Wendy Boon

    Amanda , your dad was a memorable man who lived life his way !! Will always remember all the Malibu stories he used to share with me You did him proud and he will certainly live on in you ..... Please remember how much you were loved and that you brought him so much joy !! Wendy pants will miss laughing with him but so happy we will continue our friendship Always here for you .. Sincere sympathies and all my love Wendy